The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure
Enriched edition. Unraveling the Intrigue: A Timeless Adventure of Deceit and Unexpected TwistsBy Louis Tracy
Length9h 7m
About this audiobook
In "The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure," Louis Tracy weaves a captivating narrative that entwines themes of greed, intrigue, and the relentless pursuit of treasure. Set against a backdrop of exotic locales, the novel employs a gripping literary style marked by vivid descriptions and rapid-paced action, reflective of the early 20th-century adventure genre. Tracy's masterful use of suspense and complex characterization invites readers into a world where moral ambiguities loom large, and the line between heroism and villainy often blurs, echoing the era's fascination with the mysteries of wealth and power. Louis Tracy, a prolific writer known for his thrilling adventure novels, drew on his rich experiences and travels to craft engaging tales that resonate with a broad audience. Born in 1863 in England, his background imbued him with a keen understanding of human motivations and the allure of the mysterious. Tracy's works often mirror his belief in the critical nature of personal integrity in the face of insatiable desire, suggesting that his narrative choices stem from a complex interplay of fascination and caution about wealth. For readers who appreciate richly plotted adventures filled with suspense, "The King of Diamonds" is a must-read, presenting an enthralling dive into the heart of human ambition. With its intricate twists and morally complex characters, this novel not only entertains but also provokes reflection on the true cost of greed and ambition in the human experience.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (96)
Includes Goodreads
GenreMystery and Thriller, Action and Adventure
Length9 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
7CHAPTER XIII.
2The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure
8CHAPTER XVI.
3THE KING OF DIAMONDS.
9CHAPTER XIX.
4CHAPTER IV.
10CHAPTER XXII.
5CHAPTER VII.
11Memorable Quotes
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6CHAPTER X.
The Mystery Fiction Vault: 75 BooksLouis Tracy, F. Marion Crawford, E. W. Hornung, John Ironside, Esther Chamberlain, Lucia Chamberlain, S. R. Crockett, Wyndham Martyn, Roi Cooper Megrue, E. Phillips Oppenheim, Emile Gaboriau, James French Dorrance, E. S. Dorrance, Wilkie Collins, Edwin Balmer, William MacHarg, Cornelia Meigs, George Barr McCutcheon, Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton, Absalom Martin, Edgar Pangborn, Bannister Merwin, Marjorie Douie, William Le Queux, Valentine Williams, Oliver Fleming, Albert M. Treynor, Tom Gallon, John R. Carling, Nicholas Carter, John R. Watson, Arthur J. Rees, Fred M. White, Ethel Cook Eliot, Burt L. Standish, A. H. Vesey, John T. McIntyre, Alex. McVeigh Mrs. Miller, Agatha Christie, Katharine Newlin Burt, Mildred A. Wirt, Frederick Gordon, Howard Roger Garis, Richard Marsh, Angela Brazil, Amy Bell Marlowe, Van Powell, Edward Stratemeyer, George Barton, Margaret Penrose, Helen M. Persons, Ross Kay, Grace May North, E. J. Craine, Andy Adams, James A. Braden, Don Palmer, Elbert M. Hoppenstedt, Percy Keese Fitzhugh, Helen Randolph, Roy J. Snell, Archibald Lee Fletcher, Augusta Huiell Seaman506h 52m$2.99 · $0.00
The Best Louis Tracy Mysteries (Annotated)Louis Tracy114h 22m$2 · $0.00
The Albert Gate Mystery & The Stowmarket Mystery (Annotated)Louis Tracy17h 8m$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Mysteries of Louis Tracy (Annotated)Louis Tracy114h 20m$2 · $0.00
Detectives White & Furneaux' Cases (Annotated)Louis Tracy40h 13m3.9 (22)$2 · $0.00
The Great MogulLouis Tracy6h 54m3.5 (15)$2 · $0.00
The Wings of the MorningLouis Tracy8h 57m4.0 (142)$1 · $0.00
The Best Louis Tracy MysteriesLouis Tracy114h 38m$1 · $0.00
His Unknown WifeLouis Tracy8h 9m$1 · $0.00
The Wheel O' FortuneLouis Tracy7h 33m3.9 (39)$2 · $0.00
Detectives White & Furneaux' CasesLouis Tracy40h 6m3.9 (22)$1 · $0.00
The Strange Case of Mortimer FenleyLouis Tracy5h 33m3.7 (114)$2 · $0.00
The House 'Round the CornerLouis Tracy5h 29m4.1 (72)$2 · $0.00
British Murder Mysteries - The Louis Tracy EditionLouis Tracy114h 44m$1 · $0.00
The Terms of SurrenderLouis Tracy7h 35m$1 · $0.00
White & Furneaux: Detective MysteriesLouis Tracy40h 4m4.1 (33)$1 · $0.00
BRITISH MYSTERIES Boxed Set: 14 Thriller & Detective NovelsLouis Tracy114h 44m3.6 (12)$2 · $0.00
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El misterio de Albert GateLouis Tracy17h 36m3.7 (122)$1 · $0.00
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AngelAnita Waller10h 30m4.6 (672)$30 · $0.00
The BorderDon Winslow29h 8m4.5 (35.7K)$53 · $0.00
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CovertJanie Crouch6h 15m4.5 (2K)$12 · $0.00
Cold Case InvestigationNicole Helm5h 30m4.6 (321)$5 · $0.00
The ReunionJana DeLeon6h 31m4.5 (1.6K)$12 · $0.00
Courage Under FireSharon Dunn5h 50m4.5 (730)$24 · $0.00
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Murder Gone ColdB.J. Daniels5h 50m4.5 (562)$12 · $0.00
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Dostoyevsky23h 14m4.4 (1.3M)$1 · $0.00
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